Thoughts: We take the astounding mystery of the incarnation as if it were an old, dry piece of doctrine. In contrast to the hollow and empty philosophy of the world, there is completeness, fullness and life through Christ who fills all of life with His presence- as much as oxygen fills every living cell. Colossians 1:19 reminds us that God was pleased to have all of his fullness dwell in Christ. It is not as if a little bit of God dwells in Christ- but Christ is fully God as well as fully human.
Paul is also telling the Colossians that they are not weak, powerless humans, but they have been given the power of God- the God who is the chief power and authority in life. The power of God was evident in Christ, and it is at work in those who believe. Too often Christians act as if they have no power, no strength, and are frustrated by evil and persecutors. But the power of Christ is not to be laughed at, and makes the powers of the world seem empty, shallow, and hollow. The world will one day give out of gas, energy, and strength. God never does, and even now empowers us with a full tank of Himself.
Prayer: Help me, O Lord, to live a full life, making use of the blessings and grace you give me.
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